Douglas Samuel leaves Spartans after misconduct investigation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Douglas Samuel has departed as head coach of the Spartans following an independent investigation into allegations of misconduct. He had been on extended leave since September 6. Spartans confirmed that Paul Thomson will serve as interim head coach. The team lost 3-0 to Dumbarton in their last match and currently sits third in League 2. Their next fixture is against Gala in the Challenge Cup on Tuesday.
- •Head coach Douglas Samuel leaves after misconduct investigation
- •Paul Thomson appointed interim head coach
- •Spartans have lost their last match 3-0 against Dumbarton
- •Team currently third in League 2
- •Next match against Gala in Challenge Cup on Tuesday
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Samuel leaves Spartans after investigation
"Head coach Douglas Samuel leaves Spartans "following an independent investigation into allegations of misconduct".
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